Elite Security Lead - Red Team & Physical Defense

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 52,348; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX seeks a Lead Security Officer to lead elite security assessments, threat simulations, and risk mitigation across facilities and assets. You will blend tactical training with analytic threat work, making fast, safety‑driven decisions in high‑pressure settings.

You will design security protocols, train teams, and coordinate with cross‑functional partners to ensure robust protection and readiness for evolving threats.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 5+ years of experience in military, law enforcement, overseas security contracting, or advanced corporate security.
• 1+ years of experience with executive protection, mobile asset protection, or emergency response team experience.
• Bachelor's degree in security management or related field (preferred).
• Familiarity with access control, surveillance, and alarm systems.
• Experience with exercise design and execution, including tabletop exercises.

Responsibilities

• Red Team Operations: assess facilities, test defenses, and identify vulnerabilities.
• Special Operations: provide rapid response to incidents and contain threats.
• Threat Assessment and Analysis: research threats and develop threat profiles.
• Decision‑Making in High‑Stress Environments: make split‑second, safety‑driven decisions.
• Training and Exercises: design and run security training and drills.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Decision making under pressure

Communication skills

Leadership

Physical fitness

Education

Bachelor's degree in security management

High school diploma

Tools

Windows / Microsoft Office

Job description

SpaceX seeks a Lead Security Officer to lead elite security assessments, threat simulations, and risk mitigation across facilities and assets. You will blend tactical training with analytic threat work, making fast, safety‑driven decisions in high‑pressure settings.

You will design security protocols, train teams, and coordinate with cross‑functional partners to ensure robust protection and readiness for evolving threats.